Are you an Orthoptist looking to develop your career in further education? Do you have a passion to deliver core Orthoptic knowledge and skills to the next generation? If yes, thenMoorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust welcomes applications for the role of MSc module lead on the UCL MSc Orthoptic (pre-reg) programme, working within a multi-disciplinary team.

The MSc Orthoptics programme has been developed by University College London (UCL), Institute of Ophthalmology (IoO) and Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in a joint education partnership. The post holder will hold an honorary contract with UCL IoO and be employed by Moorfields Orthoptic Service.

Main duties of the job

This is a unique opportunity to support the MSc Orthoptics (pre-reg) programme alongside UCL Institute of Ophthalmology suite of ophthalmic sub-specialty taught programmes. The module lead will play a key role in the development, management and delivery of the programme in conjunction with the Deputy and Programme Director .

About us

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:

• Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Free 24/7 independent counselling service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Easy and quick transport links
• A range of attractive benefits and discounts
• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• Flexible working friendly organisation

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder should:

• Ensure the effective and efficient delivery, assessment and on-going development of the module, in compliance with UCL procedures and regulations
• Have excellent communication and time management skills to ensure subject matter experts delivering module content are scheduled and supported accordingly
• Be familiar with UCL and the Institute's guidelines, particularly those pertaining to staff and student welfare
• Bring to the attention of the programme leads any concerns relating to the students' academic work or general welfare.

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

• HCPC Registered as an Orthoptist
• Recognised degree in Orthoptics with considerable post graduate experience

Desirable

• Teaching qualification or working towards obtaining a recognised qualification or equivalent experience

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of Orthoptics
• extensive experience in a hospital setting - orthoptic and sub-speciality clinics
• assessment experience in a clinical or academic setting

Desirable

• experience of curriculum development
• experience of developing protocols and competencies

CPD

Essential

• evidence beyond of CPD of professional development
• evidence of delivering clinical education

Desirable

• experience of research and student supervision

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work to deadlines
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Eye Hospital

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

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